The Pakistani government has announced plans to formally recommend former U.S. President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his “decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership” during the recent India-Pakistan conflict.
In an official statement shared on social media platform X, Pakistan praised Trump for playing a key role in defusing tensions following what it described as “unprovoked and unlawful Indian aggression.” The statement claimed that this aggression violated Pakistan’s sovereignty and resulted in civilian casualties, including women, children, and the elderly.
In response, Pakistan said it launched Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, which it described as a “measured, resolute, and precise military response” aimed at defending its territorial integrity while minimizing harm to civilians. The operation was presented as a legitimate act of self-defense in line with international law.
At the height of the crisis, the Pakistani government credited Trump with demonstrating “strategic foresight and stellar statesmanship” by engaging diplomatically with both Islamabad and New Delhi. According to the statement, Trump’s intervention helped secure a ceasefire and prevent a broader conflict between two nuclear-armed states — a conflict that could have had dire consequences for the region and beyond.
“This intervention stands as a testament to his role as a genuine peacemaker and his commitment to conflict resolution through dialogue,” the statement read.
Pakistan also acknowledged Trump’s repeated offers to help resolve the long-standing Jammu and Kashmir dispute — an issue it described as central to lasting peace in South Asia. It reiterated its position that a durable resolution of the conflict requires implementation of relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions.
The statement further highlighted Trump’s role in the 2025 South Asia crisis as consistent with his legacy of “pragmatic diplomacy and effective peace-building.” It expressed hope that his efforts would continue to support global stability, including in conflict zones such as Gaza and Iran.
Trump, for his part, has stated that U.S.-brokered talks led to the ceasefire and encouraged both India and Pakistan to prioritize trade over conflict. However, Indian officials have offered a different account.
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri recently said that the ceasefire following a four-day conflict in May was achieved through direct military-to-military communication between India and Pakistan, without U.S. mediation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly conveyed the same message during a conversation with Trump.
Despite the differing narratives, Pakistan’s proposal to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize marks a significant development in U.S.-Pakistan relations and underscores Islamabad’s appreciation for what it views as a critical intervention during a volatile period.
